Produce Spotlight: The Ultimate Guide to Parsnips
Is that a white carrot? No it’s a parsnip! In this Ultimate Guide to Parsnips, we will get to the bottom of several common questions about this tasty root. Where do parsnip seeds come from? Can you freeze parsnips? How about eat parsnip leaves? What is healthy...
apple cider vinegar salad dressing
Bye bye bottled dressing! A simple 5 minute recipe for salad dressing using apple cider vinegar. Plus a simple list of the elements to make a great homemade salad dressing and vinaigrette from scratch. I originally shared this Apple Cider Vinegar Salad Dressing on...
how to thaw chicken safely
Stop! Don’t leave that container of frozen chicken out on the counter! Read this first and learn how to thaw chicken safely. I have three alternative ways to thaw chicken. I remember clearly seeing a styrofoam container of chicken thawing on the counter many...
Produce Spotlight: The Ultimate Guide to Kale
Kale has taken over the superfood spotlight over the past few years. Curious what all the hype is about? How does kale grow, anyway? And why should you put kale in juices or smoothies? Does kale cause bloating? Or does kale make you lose weight? Dive in to the...
how to dice onion
Welcome to my kitchen, and to a brand new series called “In The Kitchen.” This new series will be covering basic cooking techniques, knife skills and kitchen hacks to help make cooking from scratch easier for you. On my very first day of culinary school,...
how to cook mussels
If you’re wondering how to cook mussels, then you’re in the right place. Maybe you’ve heard the term “de-beard” but have no idea what that means. Good news: Today I have a complete primer on the easiest way to cook fresh mussels. Plus how...
how to peel, seed and cut a fresh pumpkin
If you happen to buy a fresh pie pumpkin for cooking and you aren’t quite sure what to do with it, here is my easy step-by-step guide with photographs of how to peel, seed and cut a fresh pumpkin. Also, if you have yet to check my tips on how to make home-made...
Produce Spotlight: The Ultimate Guide to Cauliflower
Ever wondered if you can regrow cauliflower? Are cauliflower stalks edible? How do you make cauliflower rice? Read up on cauliflower growing info, culinary tips and nutrition in this this month’s Produce Spotlight. It is the Ultimate Guide to Cauliflower....
Produce Spotlight: The Ultimate Guide to Tomatoes
What makes tomatoes split? Should they be refrigerated? Can they help heal sunburns? Answers to these questions and many more are found in this Ultimate Guide to Tomatoes. Read on for the scoop about growing tomatoes, preparing them and what nutrients they bring to...
my favorite garlic marinade
This is my favorite garlic marinade and I am so psyched to share it with you today so you can add tons of yummy garlicky flavor to your grilled poultry, meat, seafood or tofu all summer long. And then you’ll also be able to use it to marinate everything and cook...
Produce Spotlight: The Ultimate Guide to Cucumbers
Have you ever wondered why your cucumbers are bitter? Or whether or not you can freeze cucumbers? And what about how to grow cucumbers? Look no further than this Ultimate Guide to Cucumbers. These crunchy, refreshing veg is popular for good reason. See your questions...
Hi! I am Katie and I am glad you're here. Welcome to my Vermont kitchen. I am a classically trained chef, former food stylist and also a reformed dieter. Today, I believe no food should be off limits. Here on my food blog, you'll find hundreds of easy weeknight dinners, simple seasonal vegetable recipes and intuitive eating tips. If you've got seasonal produce and you're wondering what to do with it, or you're just ready to say goodbye to dieting, then we're going to be besties in like one minute! Take a look around, have a bite to eat and let's hang out!
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